SUNY Ulster Hosts Annual “Future Voices” Art Exhibit Showcasing Local High School Talent

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March 12, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – Ulster County high school students will be showcased in an exhibit of their artwork with “Future Voices 2026: High School Art from Ulster County,” opening March 26 and running through April 16 at the Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery on the Stone Ridge campus. The opening reception will be held on Thursday, March 26, from 4 – 6 p.m.

This annual exhibition features artwork from high school students throughout Ulster County. Participating schools include Saugerties, Onteora, Rondout Valley, Kingston, Ulster BOCES, New Paltz, Ellenville, Marlboro, Highland, and Wallkill. The show will include a wide variety of media including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, sculpture, digital media, and more.

 The exhibition is being curated by Allison Constant, owner and founder of Art Bar in Kingston. Ms. Constant is a SUNY Ulster fine art program alumna. In addition to her work at Art Bar, she has curated exhibits for the Woodstock Artists Association and Museum and Woodstock Jewish Congregation. She has also exhibited her own work at The Farber Center in New York City, Samuel Dorsky Museum at SUNY New Paltz, and The Shirt Factory in Kingston, among others.

The Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday 12:30 – 3 p.m. It is closed on college holidays, weekends, and spring break, March 16 – 20. The show and opening reception are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Gallery@sunyulster.edu or call 845-687-5113.

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Photo Credit: Camille McMillan ‘Shoreline’ Silver Gel Print, Rondout Valley

SUNY Ulster Celebrates Women’s History Month

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Sojourner Truth: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures, March 9-13 at the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery

March 5, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY– SUNY Ulster is proud to present Sojourner Truth: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures, an exhibit and panel outlining Sojourner Truth’s powerful role in advancing justice as we reflect on Women’s History. The exhibition will be on view March 9 through March 13 at the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery on the Stone Ridge campus.

An opening reception will take place on Monday, March 9, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., and is free and open to the public.  Welcoming remarks will be shared by SUNY Ulster President, Alison Buckley, Ed.D., Chief Diversity Officer and Professor of English Candice Van Dyke, with a keynote address from Esi Lewis, Esq., Executive Director of the Dr. Margaret Wade-Lewis Center for History and Culture in New Paltz.  A panel will follow featuring full-time faculty, Dr. Hans Vought, Professor of History and Chair of the Social Sciences, Education and History Department, and Dr. Nichola Harris, Professor of European History.

Made possible by the Unified Court System, the Sojourner Truth historical banners on display are on loan from Sojourner Truth: A New Yorkers Path from Slavery to Freedom.

The Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery serves as a center for creative artistic activity at the College and for the outside community. It also functions as an environment for teaching, performing, and exhibiting.

For more information, email vandykec@sunyulster.edu.

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Nursing Program Vital Signs are Healthy with 100% NCLEX Pass Rate

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SUNY Ulster Nursing Program Vital Signs are Healthy with 100% NCLEX Pass Rate for Second Year in a Row

February 27, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster proudly announces that its most recent cohort of nursing students achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for the second year in a row. This achievement underscores SUNY Ulster’s success in preparing its students for this difficult test as well as for the demanding career of being a nurse.

For over 60 years, SUNY Ulster has kept up the highest caliber of teaching in the constantly evolving healthcare industry. From exceptional faculty and innovative curriculum to state-of-the-art equipment and hands-on learning students graduate into the workforce to provide critical care and support to community members. Students also receive on-site experience through our local hospitals.

“We are incredibly proud of our nursing graduates for their outstanding performance throughout their educational journey,” says Maria McCabe, department chair.  “Our commitment to training nurses who are not only clinically skilled but also have the ability to rise to whatever challenges may face them throughout their career is unwavering.”

In addition to the 100% NCLEX pass rate, the employment rate upon graduation has held steady at 100% for 2023 through 2025. Historically, the nursing pass rate was 95% in 2023 with 100% employment and 92.59% in 2022 with a 93% employment rate. SUNY Ulster also has a track record for surpassing the State and National pass rates which have ranged from 82 – 88% for New York State and 87% to 91% Nationally.

 “I applaud the unwavering dedication of our Nursing faculty in championing student success, as demonstrated by our students’ 100% NCLEX pass rate for the second consecutive year.  Our Nursing faculty’s tireless commitment to academic excellence and clinical preparation ensures that our graduates enter the workforce fully prepared to serve residents across Ulster County and beyond. Through their mentorship, expertise, and steadfast support, our faculty are shaping compassionate, highly skilled nurses who will touch countless lives and strengthen the health of our communities for years to come,” Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

SUNY Ulster’s Nursing program is part of the SUNY Reconnect program where adults aged 25 to 55 with no prior degree can earn this nursing degree for free. SUNY Reconnect pays for tuition, books, fees, and supplies.

Learn more about SUNY Ulster’s nursing program.

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SUNY Ulster Invites Prospective Students to March Info Sessions

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February 25, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY– SUNY Ulster is inviting prospective students and parents to attend its March Information Sessions, designed to help individuals explore academic programs, student support, campus life, and the many opportunities available at the college.

General Admissions Info Sessions include:

Wednesday, March 11
Stone Ridge Campus, VAN 114
4-5 pm

Thursday, March 12
Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster
4-5 pm

These Info Sessions are open to high school students, adult learners, and anyone interested in learning more about SUNY Ulster’s welcoming campus community and student-centered learning environment. Adult students aged 25 to 55 with no prior degree can discover how they can earn a degree for free with SUNY Reconnect.

These sessions offer an inside look at SUNY Ulster, including details on degree and certificate programs, admissions requirements, financial aid, and student support services. Attendees will have the chance to meet knowledgeable staff, ask questions, and learn how SUNY Ulster provides an affordable, high-quality education with pathways to transfer or enter the workforce.

Registration is required.  Register Now. For more information, email admissions.

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Herrington Showcase Concert this March at SUNY Ulster Honors Memory of Former SUNY Ulster Bandleader, Lee Herrington

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February 18, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – On Wednesday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. the music ensembles of SUNY Ulster will perform a concert to honor the memory of Lee Herrington. Herrington was a dedicated musician and mentor, the former band director at SUNY Ulster, a longtime Rondout Valley music teacher, and the former director of the Kingston local American Federation of Musicians Concert Band. The event will be held in the Quimby Theater, Vanderlyn Hall on the Stone Ridge campus. A snow date is scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026.

This annual memorial concert will have multiple performances with various combinations of groups that include SUNY Ulster college students, faculty, and staff members, SUNY Ulster Collegian students from Ulster County high schools, Ulster County community members, advanced high school and middle school students from Ulster County, and music educators from Ulster, Orange, and Dutchess counties.

Musical groups include the College Chorus, directed by Janet Gehres with accompanist Edward Leavitt; the College/Community Band, directed by Carla Newsome; the Percussion and African Music Ensembles, directed by Paul Chambers; and the String Ensemble, directed by Anastasia Solberg.

The College Chorus will perform music from the Renaissance, The Patriotic Hymn “My Country ‘Tis of Thee”, and a wonderful arrangement of the well-known spiritual, “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel”.  The College/Community Band will be performing Kaleidoscopic Dances by Joshua Trentatdue, Selections from The Greatest Showman as arranged by Paul Murtha, and Havana Nights by Randall Standridge. The Percussion Ensemble will perform a variety of contemporary works alongside traditional percussion music from Mexico and Uganda. Traditional drumming rhythms and songs from Guinea and Nigeria will be performed by the African Music Ensemble and after a several year hiatus, we happily welcome the String Ensemble back to SUNY Ulster.

This event is free and open to the public, donations are gratefully accepted. For more information, contact Janet Gehres at gehresj@sunyulster.edu.

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SUNY Ulster Athletics Names Bob Tempestilli as New Head Softball Coach

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February 13, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is pleased to announce the hiring of Bob Tempestilli as the College’s new Head Softball Coach.

Tempestilli brings eight years of experience as a travel softball head coach, where he developed a reputation for strong organizational leadership and the ability to make decisive choices in high-pressure environments. His experience guiding competitive teams and building cohesive programs positions him well to lead SUNY Ulster’s softball program into its next chapter.

Throughout his coaching career, Tempestilli has focused on developing programs that promote both the safety and growth of student-athletes. He is known for fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where athletes can thrive on and off the field. His coaching philosophy emphasizes collaboration, discipline, and athlete development, while balancing performance goals with long-term growth.

Tempestilli’s systematic and highly organized approach to coaching enables him to effectively manage team dynamics and ensure that players are aligned, informed, and prepared. His leadership style reflects a deep commitment to team-building and creating a positive culture centered on accountability and excellence.

“I am eager to bring my passion for coaching to SUNY Ulster and contribute positively to the development of young athletes,” Tempestilli said. “I look forward to building a competitive and supportive environment for our student-athletes.”

SUNY Ulster Athletics is confident that Tempestilli’s experience, leadership, and commitment to student-athlete success will strengthen the softball program and continue to build pride within the College community.

For more information about SUNY Ulster Athletics,  visit the Athletics website. 

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SUNY Ulster Announces President’s and Dean’s Lists for Fall 2025

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January 20, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster releases its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Of the 359 full-time and part-time students who made the President’s and Dean’s lists, 69 are Ulster Community College Foundation, Inc. scholarship recipients.

Full-Time President’s List

 A total of 123 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester, reported Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 and higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Fall 2025 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Matthew Beesmer, Sophia Johnson, Nora Suszczynski, Oliver Weiss.
  • Bearsville:  Atomic Chornuk, Navah McElroy.
  • Cairo:  Katelyn Del Gandio.
  • Catskill:  Aidan Ryan.
  • Cottekill:  Gunnar Bednarz, Lily Bednarz.
  • Ellenville: Meadow Concepcion, Karla Lopez, Maya Williams.
  • Gardiner:  Annabelle Brutvan, Jordan Delano, David Velasquez Sierra.
  • Germantown:  Dylan Bowles.
  • High Falls:  Nate Borner, Jasmine Maschotta-Edwards.
  • Highland:  Emma Fritche, Olyvia McFarlane, Rachel Robinson, Katie Schaeffer.
  • Hopewell Junction:  Amanda Scirbona.
  • Hurley:  Aidan Banbury, Austin Bonse, Mia Ferraro, Wade Holsapple, Garrett Parker.
  • Kerhonkson: Tucker Chase, Kendra Lake, Sarah Pistone.
  • Kingston:  Jhadai Ajiataz, Jayden Berard, Cristian Chun Coy, Olivia Coughlin, Aiden Day, Melissa Engracia, Riley Fisher, Joseph Garment, Gregory Haller, Cloe Jones, Elasha Jones, Kimberly Kilbride, Rui Li, Catherine Maisonet, Daniil Malinoski, Claire Nelson, Vincent Reggero, Giuliana Schleuderer, Marina Souza, Gianna Vianello.
  • Lake Katrine:  Laura Maria Sobrino Colorado.
  • Middletown:  Steven Potenzieri, Natalie Rodriguez.
  • Milton:  Candace Kharbedia.
  • Monroe:  Holly Berra.
  • Napanoch:  Conner Beckley, Daniel Farfan, Ethan Olcsvary.
  • New Paltz:  Ethan Greger, Braxton Lehman, Jonah McDuffie, Austin Moore, Daniel Morreale, Marisa Morreale, Mercedees Rosado, Tsumugi Sakamoto, Natalia Seager, Matthew Tanner, Gabriella Walsh.
  • Newburgh:  Robert Conti.
  • Olivebridge:  Xiaohui Wen.
  • Palenville:  Eugene Edwards.
  • Phillipsport:  Richard Rober.
  • Pine Bush:  Jeffrey Lang, Jesse Morse.
  • Plattekill:  Hilda Escalante.
  • Port Ewen:  Kyla Kelley.
  • Poughkeepsie:  Latte Martin, Mirvat Meky, Alyssa Young.
  • Saugerties:  Danny Cuchelo, Miya Gambino, Kerrie Hockx, Mary Kazolias, Riley Naccarato, Sydney Sidor, Jordan VanValkenburg, Ava Zagoreos.
  • Shokan:  Brenden Lomoe-Thompson.
  • Somers:  Noah Elconin.
  • Stone Ridge:  Sierra Hikade.
  • Tillson:  Ava Kelsey.
  • Ulster Park: Nicholas Coutant, Hans Fraude, Hannah Schaber.
  • Walden:  Arianna Miranda.
  • Wallkill:  Joseph Alvarado, Jeff Conroy, Alex Crandon, Khalil Farrell, Pablo Garcia, Rohan Hamilton, John Hamlett, Willie Jackson, Kevin Maldonado-Irizarry, Reginald McDonald, Joseph Moss, Raymond Mundo, Leroy Porteous, James Richard, Aenghus Rose, Lucien Salnave, Laura Thorenz, Hasan Vaughan.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Erkut Toygan.
  • Wawarsing:  Alexander LaBounty.
  • West Shokan:  Skylar Naughton.
  • Woodridge:  Caleigh McDole.
  • Woodstock:  Adam Funk, Angus Maxwell
  • Wurtsboro:  Kimberly Sullivan.

Part-Time President’s List

A total of 40 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester, reported Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 or higher, plus other requirements.

 The part-time Fall 2025 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Beacon:  Alexandria Garnot.
  • Big Indian:  Sierra Apolito.
  • Ellenville:  Gabriel Julca, Shantol Martin.
  • Gardiner:  Aaron Blasingame.
  • Highland: Victor Dahowski, Arline Herrera, Tania Mendez, Jai Ndiaye.
  • Kerhonkson:  Paige Lawlor, Catarina Lutin, Aurora Tisman.
  • Kingston:  Brittany Karanza, Corin Mosack, Keeghan Nolan, David Osterhoudt, Liza Mae Robison.
  • Lake Katrine:  Hannah Blass.
  • Modena:  Avryl Fred.
  • New Paltz:  Mena Crystal, Veda Parthasarathy, Adam Snyder.
  • New York:  Spencer Thomas.
  • Olivebridge:  Adelaide Braunstein, Mara Dean.
  • Phoenicia:  Maya Raffaele.
  • Pleasant Valley:  Angela Curcio, Katherine Keeney.
  • Rhinebeck:  Patricia Walter.
  • Rockaway Park:  Emily Henry.
  • Saugerties:  Monika Berlinska-Glasser, Gil Hartrum.
  • Stone Ridge:  Harris Kyaw, Nyra Lang.
  • Tillson:  Laura Moshier.
  • Wallkill:  David Tenace.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Ally Gullo.
  • Warwick:  Alexandria Garnot.
  • West Park:  Kalya Maduro.
  • Westbrookville:  Andrew Whiteman.

Full-Time Dean’s List

A total of 136 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester, reported Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Fall 2025 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Hunter Ridgely.
  • Albany:  Laiya Jade
  • Boiceville:  Hudson Anderson.
  • Bronx:  Edwin Bueno, Daouda Komara.
  • Brooklyn:  Neal Santos.
  • Campbell Hall:  Marco Barahona.
  • Clintondale:  Lucia DeAngelo.
  • Cold Spring:  Doris Jean Kolarek.
  • Cottekill:  Jordan Parsons, Odin Vitek.
  • Ellenville:  Emily Chipman, Alen Ibric, Jeremy Lopez, Brandon Taborda, Matthew Urquia.
  • Gardiner:  Tate Mattioli, Evan Trifilo.
  • Germantown:  Brooke Simmons.
  • Hartsdale:  Asif Bhuiyan.
  • High Falls:  Chloe Goodin.
  • Highland:  Adam Bliden, Maddyson Jones, Manny Markman.
  • Hurley:  Troy Hajba, Anna Tochterman, Aneska Zindulka.
  • Kerhonkson:  Janette Bower, Jon Chamberlain, Marianna Florine, Jacqueline Kennedy.
  • Kingston:  Rana Abosharr, Kailee Cammarata, Mia Chambers, Braeden Costello, Fiona DiBella, Lauren DuBord, Shade’ja Florence, Carly Frasch, Aurora Garcia, Sebastian Guerra-Cox, Helaisha Hernandez Vega, Madison Hunlock, Haven Kara Forte, Ayden LaBounty, Anne Larsen, Max Maouris, Amber Murchison, Dylan Murphy, Kaitlyn Murphy, Madelyn Nelson, Leila Ohkawa, Katie Rescalvo-Gomez, Keilyn Tobias, Julissa Vizcaino, Megan Weiss.
  • Lake Katrine:  Brianna Constable, Max Molyneaux.
  • Marlboro:  Alexis DeLauro, Jesse Peck, Jillian Rosenberg, Jennifer Waage.
  • Middletown:  David Gomez.
  • Millerton:  Fig Sielaff.
  • Monroe:  Joshua Cordero.
  • Montgomery:  Brian Murtagh, Gianna Slovitsky.
  • Napanoch:  Tyler Beadle, Ethan Cataldi, Abigail Elkins.
  • New Paltz:  Scarlette Cabrera, Noah Devolin, Stella Muyanga, Zorian Shepko-Hamilton, Nino Tuccillo, Avery Vitarius.
  • Newburgh:  Melazia Jackson, Giada Post, Angel Rosario Giron.
  • Pomona:  Devora Greenwald.
  • Port Ewen:  Jasmine Daley, Liam Gherardi, Kyle Sison.
  • Poughkeepsie:  Carissa Douglas, Abby Jones, Isabel Letterii, Destine Lyons, Ezekiel Robertson, Saniyah Tunison.
  • Red Hook:  Connor Gibson.
  • Rosendale:  Cecilia Kwiecinski.
  • Saugerties:  Raya Ackert, Jack Bucci, Aiden Carlotti, Cameron Churchill, Christina Cox, Alivia Dyke, Nastia Konyk, Bruce Lent, Joe Maloney, Kelly Mazzuca, Hunter Nelson, Michael Pettit, Mya Pineiro, Caden Powers, Maryuri Rivera Nataren, Kaydin Rodriguez, Mackenzie Zeidler.
  • Shokan:  Alex Davis, Dylan Edelstein, Julia Milla, Alivia Zahorsky.
  • Staatsburg:  Kathleen Perry.
  • Stone Ridge:  Sophia Clark, Kylie Ivan, Aaron LeBlanc, Charlotte Smiseth, Bradley Turner.
  • Tillson:  Brian Ferry, Emily Ferry, Israel Valdez Sanchez.
  • Tuxedo:  Thomas Iazzetti.
  • Ulster Park:  Elijah Anderson, Latoya Green-Grant.
  • Wallkill:  Amin Booker, Patrick Jeanty, Shannon Lovitt, Giovanni Paneto, Joel Roberts, Andre Rodriguez, Kaley Slader.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Ryann Coffey.
  • Washingtonville:  Jediah Jones.
  • Wawarsing:  Daniel Gorr.
  • West Shokan:  Frank Parslow.
  • Woodstock:  Vivian Leon.

Part-Time Dean’s List

A total of 60 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester, reported Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is at least 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The part-time Fall 2025 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Ancram:  Tiffany Peterson.
  • Clinton Corners:  Amelia Baffi.
  • Ellenville:  Lyon Carlino, Olivier Rekuc, Karla Zhuno.
  • Grahamsville:  Ashley Miller.
  • Greenfield Park:  Pete Mele.
  • High Falls:  Morgan Borchert.
  • Highland:  Olivia Casabura, Rylie Klein.
  • Kerhonkson:  Gage Davis, Lucas Dee, Emily Lawlor, Erin Logan, Julia-Ann Valenti.
  • Kingston:  Angelia Alvarez-Brodhead, Elizabeth Amell, Ashley Anaya, Madelyn Chiera, Sara Choudhry, Melissa Cordaro, Tyliisa Davis, Katelynn Galewaler, Liam Griffin, Sean Herrmann, Dominique Kelley, Sean Martin, Joseph Orlando, Ian Penman, Maxen Rodriguez.
  • Lake Katrine:  Victor Ganda.
  • Marlboro:  Hana Bozinovska.
  • Napanoch:  Emilee Avery.
  • New Paltz:  Lyla Casamento, Anthony Castelonia, Thorn Friberg, Spencer MendezN, Cat Morgiewicz, Zlata Shmarina.
  • Plattekill:  Sandra Benitez.
  • Ravena:  Geri Pelham.
  • Saugerties:  Collin Burley, Miranda Carey, Kasandra Frye, Amber Mignano-Campbell.
  • Stone Ridge:  Ryan Basten, Peter Zickler.
  • Tillson:  Danielle Stockhofer.
  • Wallkill:  Chloe Canal, William Harrigan, Tyrone James, Insha Khan, Marc Lee, Jared Manuel, Donald Michel, Anthony Nash, Keith-Marcus Wilkinson.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Abigail Glover.
  • Woodstock:  Matthew Venegas.
  • Wurtsboro:  Phoebe Baker.

Enrollment in Advanced Manufacturing Courses with Scholarships Available

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SUNY Ulster Encourages Enrollment in Advanced Manufacturing Courses
with Scholarships Available

January 20, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY– SUNY Ulster is accepting registrations for its Advanced Manufacturing courses starting in late January and February, offering hands-on training and industry-recognized credentials for individuals seeking careers or advancement in manufacturing and related fields.

CNC Courses will be held in the new Gene Haas Advanced Manufacturing Center in Kingston, while Cut and Sew courses will be held in the new Commercial Sewing Lab on SUNY Ulster’s Stone Ridge Campus.

Thanks to the generosity of the Gene Haas Foundation, students may apply for full scholarships for eligible Advanced Manufacturing programs, helping to make training more accessible to the community. Apply Now!

Courses include:

  • CAD, CAM, and CNC Machining: Mondays, Feb. 23 – May 4 from 6-9:45 p.m.
  • CNC Operator I: Wednesdays, Feb. 18 – May 6 from 6-9:45 p.m.
  • CNC Operator II: Wednesdays, Feb. 18 – May 6 from 6-9:45 p.m.
  • Fundamentals of Electricity: Wednesdays, Feb. 18 – May 6 from 8:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Commercial Sewing: Mondays, Jan. 26 – May 11 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Check out Course Descriptions

For more information or assistance with registration, contact Continuing Education and Professional Development at (845) 339-2025 or cereg@sunyulster.edu.

 

SUNY Ulster Invites Prospective Students to February Info Sessions

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January 23, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY– SUNY Ulster is inviting prospective students and parents to attend its February Information Sessions, designed to help individuals explore academic programs, student support, campus life, and the many opportunities available at the college.

General Admissions Info Sessions include:

Wednesday, February 4
Stone Ridge Campus, VAN 114
4-5 pm

Thursday, February 5
Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster
4-5 pm

Nursing Info Session:

Thursday, February 12
Stone Ridge Campus
4-5 pm

These Info Sessions are open to high school students, adult learners, and anyone interested in learning more about SUNY Ulster’s welcoming campus community and student-centered learning environment. Adult students aged 25 to 55 with no prior degree can discover how they can earn a degree for free with SUNY Reconnect.

These sessions offer an inside look at SUNY Ulster, including details on degree and certificate programs, admissions requirements, financial aid, and student support services. Attendees will have the chance to meet knowledgeable staff, ask questions, and learn how SUNY Ulster provides an affordable, high-quality education with pathways to transfer or enter the workforce.

Register Now  For more information, email admissions@sunyulster.edu.

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SUNY Ulster Presents “Black Excellence: A Legacy in Color” Art Exhibition On view February 4 – 20 at the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery

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Press Release: Black Excellence A Legacy in Color

January 22, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY– SUNY Ulster is proud to present Black Excellence: A Legacy in Color, a collective celebration of Black artistry across media. The exhibition will be on view February 4 through February 20 at the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery on the Stone Ridge campus.

An opening reception will take place on Wednesday, February 4, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., and is free and open to the public.

Black Excellence: A Legacy in Color features works by a diverse group of Black contemporary artists whose practices span multiple mediums and perspectives. Through vibrant color, compelling imagery, and personal narratives, the exhibition honors Black excellence during Black History Month.

Curated by Sam Goldberg, in collaboration with SUNY Ulster’s Black Student Union, and made possible by The Ulster Community College Foundation, Inc., the exhibit showcases both campus and community voices and aligns with the College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Tuwana Leonard, president of SUNY Ulster’s Black Student Union calls the exhibit, “a celebration of the legacy, culture, and creativity of Black history through art.”

Participating artists include Hadassah Graham, Ted Dixon, Lamar Leonard, LotuZ, Jenne Currie, Jacqueline Oster, Marielena Ferrer-Harrington, Linda Rose-Winters, Jaidus, and Richard Price.

The Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery serves as a center for creative artistic activity at the College and for the outside community. It also functions as an environment for teaching, performing, and exhibiting.

For more information, email seubertc@sunyulster.edu or goldbers@sunyulster.edu.
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multiple examples of artwork for Black Excellence exhibit

The Bouquet – Jacqueline Oster
Negras – Marielena Ferrer-Harrington
Gladiator – Richard Price
Hood – Richard Price
Creole – Jenne Currie